Carney government is ‘shredding’ environmental rules and ‘misleading’ Canadians: former advisors: thenarwhal.ca/carney-canad...

Carney is ‘shredding’ environmental rules, ‘misleading’ the public: experts | The Narwhal

The government shut out its own climate science and policy advisors, they say, while gutting Canada’s environmental protections in favour of oil and gas

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Join @ljevanso.bsky.social and I for our Moderating for Impact workshop at the @swc-can.bsky.social conference. Develop/improve moderating skills in a safe, supportive, low risk environment. What you will learn applies far beyond just hosting panel discussions! sciencewriters.ca/event-6647029

🇳🇴 New opportunity for science journalists from WFSJ in partnership with the Norwegian Academy of Science’s: Apply now for a travel fellowship to attend the Kavli Prize Week in Oslo, Norway, 29 Aug - 3 Sep, 2026. Details here: wfsj.org/news/fellows...

Are attention spans really shrinking? What the science says www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Are attention spans really shrinking? What the science says

Digital distractions are vying for people’s focus, but our underlying capacity to pay attention seems to be undiminished.

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What does it mean to bring Indigenous knowledge to bear on scientific studies? Anne Poelina explains in this #WorkingScientist profile @nature.com. She made the river she studies a co-author on publications as a source of her expertise. By @ljevanso.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Why I made a river my co-author

Anne Poelina gives first authorship to a source with deep knowledge about water — the river itself.

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🐕 Let's settle this. Can old dogs really learn new tricks? #NationalPetDay ✍️ @ljevanso.bsky.social knowmag.org/4nfIvtR

Inside the brains of aging dogs

In a citizen science project, thousands of pet dogs are helping scientists to understand what happens to memory and cognition in old age

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Some city-dwelling birds are using a peculiar pesticide in their nests: cigarette butts. ✍️ @ljevanso.bsky.social @nytimes.com: knowmag.org/4mCdPUf

Birds have taken up cigarettes. No joke! They’re getting their butts in (to their nests). My story for @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/s...

Why Some Birds Seem to Be Developing a Cigarette Habit

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Science Journalists: 🔭 Opportunity to apply for a journalism travel fellowship to attend the Abel Prize Ceremony and associated events in Oslo, Norway with access to prize winners for interviews. 🏆 🗓️ Deadline April 5, 2026. ✅ Details: wfsj.org/news/abel-pr...

Dreaming of an escape to where life is bearable? 🐻 🇨🇦 Join me for 🌳🌲inspiration and learning 💡at Nature Writing in the Great Bear Rainforest, May 31-June 4, 2026. 🗓️Registration deadline Feb 1st Details at: www.lesleyevansogden.com/naturewritin...

Great read on recent BC DRIPA flip. “When the courts side with industry over First Nations, provincial leaders throw up their hands and defer to the rule of law. When the court sides with First Nations, they roll up their sleeves and promise to “fix this.” “ thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...

What Happened to the ‘Rule of Law’? | The Tyee

It was a common refrain during the Wet’suwet’en pipeline conflict. But when courts side with First Nations, politicians are more equivocal.

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Immersive nature writing retreat and ecotour combined in the Great Bear Rainforest. Registration deadline February 1, 2026. Details: www.eurekalert.org/news-release...

The Great Bear Rainforest nature writing retreat

Great Bear Rainforest, BC. The Great Bear Lodge on the Central Coast of British Columbia is collaborating with internationally acclaimed science journalist Lesley Evans Ogden to host a nature wri...

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Have you registered for the World Conference of Science Journalists yet? @wcsj2025.bsky.social Only 21 days until this global conference of science journalists, scientists and communicators begins. Check out the numerous reasons to register. Registration here: wcsj2025.org/registration/

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Step into the world of early humans These caves are renowned for some of the world’s most important hominin fossil discoveries including the iconic “Mrs Ples” and “Little Foot”. Engage with active live science and research, in real time. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - The mRNA Technology Transfer Hub Building capacity in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to produce mRNA vaccines through a centre of excellence and training (the Centre for mRNA technology and transfer). www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Hike in the Tswaing Meteorite Crater An extraordinary natural landmark formed approximately 220,000 years ago by the impact of a stony meteorite, one of the best-preserved meteorite craters in the world awaits. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social

Looking forward to our workshop in South Africa www.wcsj2025.org/programme/se... @wcsj2025.bsky.social @wfsj25.bsky.social

More exciting field trips have been added to our web site - applications to go on the field trips open to all registered WCSJ 2025 delegates today! www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social @efafreelancers.bsky.social ncers.bsky.social @easeeditors.bsky.social @efjeurope.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Edible insects: rethinking the future of food Cricket à la king? Mealworm burgers? Foods that once evoked a ‘yuck’ reaction are now part of the conversation on sustainable diets. Cooking demonstrations and tasting opportunities included! @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Alternative plastics for the win! Join this tour to discover how advances in composite materials are helping to reduce the environmental impact of waste in packaging, agriculture and other industries. @wfsj25.bsky.social www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

Are you a journalist of principle and integrity? Check how well you apply your ethics in From Principles to Practice a workshop well worth attending. Monday 1 December 14:00 www.wcsj2025.org #WCSJ2025 @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025 delegates are invited to join exclusive pre- or post-conference photographic safaris with C4 Photo Safaris, specialists in tailor-made experiences. Choose from four exciting itineraries with easy logistics from Johannesburg www.wcsj2025.org/travel/leisu... @wfsj25.bsky.social

WCSJ Field Trips open to registered paid-up delegates on 5 Nov 2025! Trips offer opportunities to plunge into research at the forefront of science. Most cover more than one scientific aspect. All provide a great source of stories. Visit wcsj2025.org/programme/fi.... @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip Conservation Science in Action! The @dinokenggamereserve is the only Big 5 game reserve, in the world, located within the boundaries of a metropolitan area. This field trip provides insights into the wide range of research initiatives taking place in the reserve.

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Explore Nuclear Medicine Research Infrastructure The NuMeRi facility tour offers an exclusive look inside the advanced nuclear medicine laboratories and medical imaging suites. See how innovation and technology are revolutionising healthcare in South Africa. sanumeri.co.za

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Palaeoanthropology, science, & interpretation in the Cradle of Humankind Hominin species & mind-blowing specimens, first hand views of a live fossil site & visit to Maropeng – the official visitor centre for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. @wfsj25.bsky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Bet on the biomanufacturers The CSIR Biomanufacturing Centre is where CSIR researchers are innovating with microorganisms to develop sustainable alternatives for common industrial biologics, nutraceutical, agricultural & diagnostic products. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi...

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Pioneering animal healthcare Explore cutting-edge facilities, advanced equipment, and world-class expertise. www.up.ac.za/news/post_33... www.youtube.com/watch?v=do5N... www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social sky.social

#WCSJ2025FieldTrip - Explore South Africa’s space history Earth observation, space science, space engineering and space operations. State-of-the-art facilities monitor space weather, provide launch support and data downloads. www.wcsj2025.org/programme/fi... @wfsj25.bsky.social

Who will win Nov 3 Webster Award, Feature-Print/Digital? The team at CBC Vancouver 'Belonging...", @ljevanso.bsky.social of @knowablemag.bsky.social for her piece on Grizzlies or @sevawood.bsky.social & @michellecyca.com of @thenarwhal.ca for 'Leaching heavy metals...'?